Spicy Beef and Barley Soup South Beach Friendly Crock Pot

Warm up your kitchen with this hearty and flavorful Spicy Beef and Barley Soup, perfectly crafted for a South Beach-friendly lifestyle and made effortlessly in your crock pot. Tender, lean beef stew meat is slow-cooked to perfection alongside nutty pearl barley, vibrant vegetables like carrots, celery, and jalapeño, and a medley of bold spices, including smoked paprika, cumin, and red pepper flakes. This low-sodium soup delivers a comforting, protein-packed meal with a kick of heat, balanced by the wholesome richness of tomatoes and beef broth. Ideal for meal prep or cozy weeknight dinners, this healthy, one-pot recipe takes only 15 minutes of prep time and is packed with fiber and flavor. Garnish with fresh parsley for a touch of brightness and serve steaming hot to delight your taste buds while staying on track with your wellness goals.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:360 mins

Total Time:375 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound lean beef stew meat, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 2 medium carrots, sliced
• 2 stalks celery, sliced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 medium jalapeño, finely chopped
• 0.5 cup pearl barley
• 6 cups low-sodium beef broth
• 1 14.5-ounce can diced tomatoes (with juice)
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the beef stew meat and sear until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Transfer the beef to the crock pot.

Step 2

In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and garlic, and sauté until fragrant, about 2-3 minutes. Add the onions and garlic to the crock pot.

Step 3

Add the carrots, celery, and jalapeño to the crock pot, distributing them evenly over the beef.

Step 4

In a small bowl, mix the tomato paste with a cup of beef broth to dilute. Pour this mixture into the crock pot along with the remaining beef broth.

Step 5

Add the diced tomatoes (with their juice), pearl barley, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper to the crock pot. Stir gently to combine.

Step 6

Set the crock pot to low and cook for 6-7 hours, or until the beef is tender and the barley is fully cooked. Alternatively, set to high and cook for 3-4 hours.

Step 7

About 30 minutes before serving, taste the soup and adjust seasoning if needed by adding more salt, pepper, or spices.

Step 8

Serve hot, garnished with freshly chopped parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2359.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1596.0

Total Fat 54.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 16.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 362.9mg	0%
Sodium 3601.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 124.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 25.4g	0%
Total Sugars 18.5g
Protein 150.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 284.6mg	0%
Iron 20.3mg	0%
Potassium 3548.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 30.7%

Protein: 38.0%

Carbs: 31.3%